Come Home to Our Newly Renovated Washington, DC, Apartments

Located by Mount Vernon Square and Penn Quarter, our Washington, DC, apartments for rent offers urban living at its finest – in the heart of downtown. Upscale features like quartz countertops, modern cabinetry with tile backsplashes, and wood-style flooring will make you proud to call any of our newly renovated studio, one, and two-bedroom apartments in Washington, DC, home.

Convenience to major employers like Children’s National Hospital, Howard University, and the Environmental Protection Agency makes your daily commute a breeze. And when you’re considering your ... Read More

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Residents Sitting Around an Outdoor Fire Pit at Our Cortland Apartments

Private Balcony with a View of the Neighborhood Near Our Apartments Near Noma in DC

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Next-Level Apartment Living

Our community team lives by Cortland’s company credo: We believe in a better life where hospitality is always a given, each detail is worth a second thought, and every moment is an opportunity to go beyond expectations. With a team passionate about proactive service and above and beyond apartment living, you’ll know how important you are to us – from the moment you first walk through our doors to every day you walk through yours.

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Denise and Hannah are the most helpful people in the world. I am moving to a new city but otherwise would stay here for more than the 3 years. Move in here!
Drew Calamaro - May 19, 2026
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Tony works the front desk and is fantastic and makes living here so comfortable and easy. The balconies are fantastic and give you a slice of peace and quiet from the hustle and bustle. The property management staff is responsive ... READ MORE
Alex Espinoza - May 12, 2026
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I’ve been living at Cortland since 2024, and my experience has only gotten better since the new management took over. I really appreciate Cortland and our manager Denise—she’s incredibly responsive and genuinely cares about ... READ MORE
Hayoung - April 13, 2026
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The only reason the Cortland stood out to us was because of Denise. She is so lovely and personable. She was so thorough and worked with us about what we liked and made the best choices for what was in our budget. We felt so ... READ MORE
Cassandra Sagnelli - March 18, 2026
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I’ve lived at Cortland Mount Vernon for over 3 years and I highly recommend it. The front facing units come with great natural light, and the soundproofing between floors is excellent. The management team is incredibly ... READ MORE
Tianna Jenkins - March 5, 2026
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